Most ceramic plates, bowls, and cups have an unglazed rim…
“Most ceramic plates, bowls, and cups have an unglazed rim around the very bottom, where the piece was in contact with the floor of the kiln. This unglazed ceramic is harder than metal and can be used just like a sharpening stone.”
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The unglazed base of ceramics is a hard, abrasive surface useful as a natural sharpening stone.
In simple terms: Ceramic bases can sharpen like stone.
Use the unglazed rim to hone tools.
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When to use this quote
- kitchen prep
- knife sharpening
- pottery workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Have you tried using kitchen ceramics for sharpening?
- What safety precautions are needed?
The surface may be uneven, requiring careful handling.